Course title |
Introduction to Quantum Optics |
Semester |
111-2 |
Designated for |
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE INSTITUTE OF PHYSICS |
Instructor |
CHIAO-HSUAN WANG |
Curriculum Number |
Phys5052 |
Curriculum Identity Number |
222EU0330 |
Class |
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Credits |
3.0 |
Full/Half Yr. |
Half |
Required/ Elective |
Elective |
Time |
Wednesday 6,7,8(13:20~16:20) |
Remarks |
The upper limit of the number of students: 40. |
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Course introduction video |
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Table of Core Capabilities and Curriculum Planning |
Association has not been established |
Course Syllabus
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Course Description |
In the course “Introduction to Quantum Optics”, we will cover various topics regarding interactions between light and matters in the quantum region, including quantization of electrodynamics field, coherent and non-classical states of light, atom-photon interaction, open quantum system evolution, and special topics related to quantum computing and applications. |
Course Objective |
By the end of the semester, students will be able to
(1) identify concepts and toolboxes in quantum optics,
(2) present related topics via oral and written reports. |
Course Requirement |
Quantum Mechanics (I) and Classical Electrodynamics (I) |
Student Workload (expected study time outside of class per week) |
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Office Hours |
Appointment required. |
Designated reading |
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References |
Quantum Optics: An Introduction by Mark Fox
Introductory Quantum Optics by Christopher Gerry and Peter Knight
Introduction to Quantum Optics by Gilbert Grynberg, Alain Aspect, and Claude Fabre
Quantum Optics by D. F. Walls and Gerard J. Milburn
Quantum Optics by Marlan O. Scully and M. Suhail Zubairy
Other relevant references will be specified during lectures |
Grading |
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Item |
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Explanations for the conditions |
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Homework |
35% |
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Midterm |
35% |
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3. |
Final Report |
30% |
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